Art, Culture & Festivals — Set 10
UP GK · कला, संस्कृति और त्यौहार · Questions 91–100 of 120
Maithili Sharan Gupt, the national poet (Rashtra Kavi), was born in which district of UP?
Correct Answer: A. Chirgaon, Jhansi
Maithili Sharan Gupt (1886–1964) was born in Chirgaon, Jhansi district. He was conferred the title of Rashtra Kavi (National Poet). His famous works include Saket, Yashodhara, and Jayadratha Vadh. He wrote in Khari Boli Hindi.
The Sumitranandan Pant Museum is located in which town of Uttarakhand, but the poet spent significant years in which UP city?
Correct Answer: D. Prayagraj (Allahabad)
Sumitranandan Pant (1900–1977) was born in Kausani (now Uttarakhand) but spent many formative years in Prayagraj. He was a leading Chhayavaad poet. He received the Jnanpith Award in 1968 for Chidambara. His works are known for their nature imagery.
The Ganga Aarti performed daily at the Dashashwamedh Ghat is a famous ritual of which city?
Correct Answer: C. Varanasi
The Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat in Varanasi is one of the most iconic daily rituals in India. Performed every evening by a group of trained priests, it involves large fire lamps, chanting, and synchronized movements. It attracts thousands of visitors daily.
The Bhadohi district of UP has a GI tag for which handcrafted product?
Correct Answer: A. Hand-knotted carpets
Bhadohi hand-knotted carpets received a GI tag recognizing their unique craftsmanship. The carpet belt of Bhadohi-Mirzapur has been producing hand-knotted carpets for over 500 years. These carpets are exported worldwide and are prized for their durability.
The Kushak Mahal and Atala Masjid are architectural landmarks of which UP city?
Correct Answer: D. Jaunpur
The Atala Masjid (built 1408) and other Sharqi-era monuments are in Jaunpur, known as the 'Shiraz of India'. The Atala Masjid was built by Sultan Ibrahim Shah Sharqi. Jaunpur was an important cultural centre during the Sharqi dynasty period.
The Chaukhandi Stupa near Sarnath commemorates which event?
Correct Answer: D. Buddha meeting his first five disciples
The Chaukhandi Stupa near Sarnath marks the spot where Gautam Buddha first met his five former companions (Panchvargiya monks) before delivering his first sermon. An octagonal tower on top was added by Akbar in 1588 to commemorate his father Humayun's visit.
The perfume (attar/ittar) industry of Uttar Pradesh is centred in which city?
Correct Answer: C. Kannauj
Kannauj, known as the 'Perfume Capital of India' or 'Grasse of the East', has been a centre for traditional attar (perfume) making for over 400 years. It uses the deg-bhapka distillation method. Rose attar, mitti attar, and various flower attars are produced here.
The Muharram procession (Tazia) tradition is deeply rooted in the culture of which UP city?
Correct Answer: C. Lucknow
Lucknow has one of the most elaborate Muharram observances in India. The Shia Muslims carry ornate tazia (replicas of Imam Hussain's tomb) in grand processions. The Bara Imambara was itself built for Muharram gatherings. This tradition was patronized by the Nawabs.
Sanjhi is a traditional art form of the Braj region that involves making designs using which material?
Correct Answer: C. Stencils cut from leaves/paper
Sanjhi is a traditional stencil art from the Braj region (Mathura-Vrindavan) where intricate designs are cut from leaves or paper and placed on cow dung cakes. It is practiced especially during the Navaratri period. The art form is associated with the worship of Radha.
Ustad Bismillah Khan played the shehnai at India's Independence Day ceremony at Red Fort in which year?
Correct Answer: A. 1947
Ustad Bismillah Khan played shehnai from the Red Fort on August 15, 1947, the day India gained independence. This was one of the most iconic moments of his career. He also played at the Republic Day ceremony on January 26, 1950.